Statements (56)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:species
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Tetraodontiformes
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| gptkbp:adaptation |
can bury itself in sand
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| gptkbp:application |
studied for potential medical uses
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| gptkbp:behavior |
generally peaceful
may exhibit territorial behavior |
| gptkbp:body_style |
rounded body
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| gptkbp:breeding_season |
forms pairs during breeding season
typically breeds in warmer months |
| gptkbp:color |
brown with darker spots
can change color based on mood can change color when stressed camouflages with surroundings color can vary by region distinctive spotted pattern |
| gptkbp:common_name |
gptkb:spotted_pufferfish
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| gptkbp:conservation_efforts |
monitored by marine conservation groups
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| gptkbp:conservation_status |
gptkb:Least_Concern
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| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
featured in some cuisines
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| gptkbp:defense_mechanism |
inflation and toxin production
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| gptkbp:diet |
omnivorous
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| gptkbp:distribution |
tropical and subtropical waters
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| gptkbp:environmental_impact |
contains tetrodotoxin
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| gptkbp:family |
gptkb:Tetraodontidae
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| gptkbp:fins |
has dorsal and anal fins
has long pectoral fins |
| gptkbp:fishing_regulations |
regulated in some regions
targeted for aquarium trade |
| gptkbp:foraging_behavior |
feeds on crustaceans and mollusks
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| gptkbp:habitat |
marine environments
found at depths of 1 to 50 meters prefers coral reefs and lagoons |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Canthidermis maculata
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| gptkbp:larval_stage |
larvae are planktonic for several weeks
undergoes a pelagic larval stage |
| gptkbp:lifespan |
up to 10 years in captivity
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| gptkbp:mimicry |
some mimic other fish for protection
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| gptkbp:order |
gptkb:Tetraodontiformes
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| gptkbp:predators |
larger fish
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| gptkbp:related_species |
gptkb:Canthidermis_sufflamen
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| gptkbp:reproduction |
oviparous
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| gptkbp:research_interest |
studied for toxin properties
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| gptkbp:scales |
has rough skin with spines
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| gptkbp:size |
up to 30 cm in length
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| gptkbp:social_structure |
can be solitary or in pairs
|
| gptkbp:species |
has 5 pairs of gills
limited due to specialized care |
| gptkbp:speed |
uses pectoral fins for propulsion
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| gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships |
with cleaner shrimp
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| gptkbp:tank_mates |
should not be kept with aggressive species
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| gptkbp:threats |
habitat loss and pollution
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| gptkbp:traded_on |
requires large tank
requires experienced aquarist requires varied diet in captivity |
| gptkbp:water_source |
prefers warm, clean water
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